Somenos Transition House - Emergency Shelter
Abuse / Neglect, Housing / Shelter, Mental Health - Adult, and Victim Services
Provided by Cowichan Women Against Violence Society
Transitional housing for women (with and without children) who have experienced, or at risk of experiencing, violence and abuse.
Somenos Transition House provides free and confidential emergency short-term shelter and support services for women (with or without children) who are needing safety from abuse or violence. Counsellors are available 24/7 to help individuals who may be experiencing conflicting emotions, including love, hate, mistrust, confusion, and despair. Counsellors offer support and guidance to help individuals make the next step.
Individuals can self-refer or be referred by someone who wants help (friend, social worker, family, coworker, police). Call the house to talk to a staff member.
250-748-8544
Public email: somenos.house@cwav.org
Website: https://www.cwav.org/womens-safe-housing
Cost: No cost
Referral options:
- Social worker referral
- Self-referral
- Friend, Family, Coworker, or Police referral
Associated Programs/Services
Also offered by Cowichan Women Against Violence Society:
Just the closest matches listed. Click to see more!- Raven’s Nest Center - Criminal Justice System Navigation
- Community Based Victim Services (CBVS)
- Stopping the Violence Counselling Program - For Victims of Abuse
Availability
Service area: Duncan + show cities
Service Types Provided
Abuse / Neglect
Housing / Shelter
Mental Health - Adult
Victim Services
Ways to Access
- After Hours Services
- Provided 1:1 in-person
- Provided at a single location
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